Travelling from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bari Airport (BRI): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 5 minutes.
Bari's timezone is UTC+1, which is the same as Rome.
There are 44 Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport flights every week to choose from.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are tried-and-true travel tips. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your FCO to BRI flight.
During popular months such as August, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights when you fly during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines offer direct flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport, so getting to Bari (and then seeing more of Italy!) is easy. The most popular carriers that fly nonstop include:
ITA Airways tops the list for bookings on this route.
ITA Airways is the most punctual carrier operating FCO to BRI flights. A reliable 80.0% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between FCO and BRI:
Venice Marco Polo Airport
Tirana Airport
Catania Fontanarossa Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO) to Bari Airport (BRI)
Currently, R 278 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 556. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book 11 months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from FCO to BRI.
Organise your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.
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Handy information about Rome Fiumicino Airport (FCO)
78% of flights that depart Rome Fiumicino Airport touch down at their destination on time.
To get to Rome Fiumicino Airport from central Rome, it takes around 40 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 30 minutes.
Taking an early flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to FCO:
Arriving at Bari Airport (BRI)
Consider booking a hotel close to BRI if you're catching a late Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a Bari Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Surprice, Felirent or Noleggiare and see more of Bari and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Bari Airport about two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
When to fly to Bari Airport (BRI)
The quietest month for a flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Bari based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Rome Fiumicino Airport to Bari Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Bari, with the temperature ranging from 21ºC (70ºF) to 31ºC (88ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from FCO to BRI in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 13ºC (55ºF) then.
Explore more of Italy
Bari has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Italy just waiting to be discovered. Around 370 kilometres west of Bari, a visit to Rome will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Vatican Museums, St. Peter's Basilica and Saint Peter's Square.
If there's time to check out another major destination in Italy, head for Naples, about 225 kilometres west of Bari. Piazza del Plebiscito, Naples National Archaeological Museum and Gulf of Naples are the start of reasons to visit.